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Diversity & Inclusion Page

What We Stand For

At Wilder Creek Publishing, inclusion isn’t an initiative — it’s our foundation.

At Wilder Creek Publishing, we don’t just accept diversity — we champion it.

We stand for:

  • Authentic stories, told by authors from every walk of life

  • Safe publishing spaces, free from harassment or marginalization

  • Purpose-driven work, rooted in integrity and respect

We proudly welcome and support authors across all identities — including those who are BIPOC, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, disabled, women, and veterans — through dedicated imprints and an author-first philosophy.

We believe:

  • That representation matters

  • That literature can heal and connect

  • And that every story told with dignity deserves to be heard

If your voice has ever felt overlooked, this space was built with you in mind.

Why It Matters

The publishing world has long been gatekept by privilege, narrow definitions of marketability, and outdated power structures. We started Wilder Creek Publishing to change that — not just by what we publish, but by who we empower to publish it.

We believe stories shape societies.
And if we want better societies, we need to support every voice brave enough to speak.

Our Commitment

We stand with:

  • Veterans who carry untold truths

  • Women whose voices were long silenced

  • LGBTQ+ storytellers who challenge and illuminate

  • Neurodivergent minds that see stories in unique rhythms

  • Immigrant and ESL authors navigating new languages and identities

  • Young, first-time authors finding their voice

  • Indigenous and ancestral storytellers protecting wisdom and heritage

  • Genre writers dismissed by the literary elite but adored by millions

We will never charge inflated vanity prices.
We will never demand that you change your voice to fit ours.
We will never gatekeep credibility behind closed doors.

Our Specialty Imprints

Explore the imprints built for you — where your experience shapes your publishing journey:

  • Quiver 2 Quill – Military Veterans – “Because every warrior has a story.”
  • OutWord Press – LGBTQ+ Authors – “Tell your story, out loud.”
  • Willow & Flame Press – Women Authors – “Where women’s words take root and rise.”
  • Stellar Thread Press – Neurodivergent Authors – “Not less. Just written differently.”
  • New Roots Publishing – Immigrant & ESL Authors – “Stories that cross borders.”
  • Lantern Field Books – Young & First-Time Authors – “Your first book matters.”
  • Stillwater Verse – Poets & Hybrid Writers – “For the beauty between the lines.”
  • Iron Quill Press – Genre Fiction (Thriller, Sci-Fi, etc.) – “Genre without compromise.”
  • Heritage & Hearth Books – Indigenous & Ancestral Voices – “From ancestor to archive.”

Click any imprint above to learn more or inquire about submissions or ARC opportunities.

How to Get Involved

Whether you’re:

  • An author looking for a fair start

  • A reader supporting diverse voices

  • A teacher, librarian, or nonprofit partner

  • Or someone with a story you’re not sure is “publishable” . . . .
    we want to hear from you.

Contact Us

***Inquire about publishing opportunities

***Request an author kit or accessibility help

Access & Respect

  • We support AI-Free Publishing for authors who wish to certify human-written content

  • We support AI-Assisted Publishing for authors who wish to certify human-written content while needing the assistance AI can be provide

  • Our website is ADA-conscious and continually improving for accessibility

  • We use inclusive metadata tagging for discoverability on global platforms

  • Every author has the right to retain their voice, their culture, and their ownership

The Future We’re Building

We don’t believe in checking boxes.
We believe in breaking them open.

Wilder Creek Publishing is a home for those who’ve been overlooked, underestimated, or told they don’t belong. If that’s you — welcome.

Your story doesn’t just belong here.
It might be the one we’ve been waiting for.

Our Commitment to Inclusive Publishing

Wilder Creek Publishing reserves the right to reject or retract any work that violates our publishing standards. We are committed to uplifting diverse, respectful voices and fostering a publishing environment rooted in dignity and equality.

We do not tolerate content that promotes hate speech, targets marginalized communities, or perpetuates harm based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, or identity.

We believe that every voice matters — but not every message deserves a platform. We proudly publish with purpose, not prejudice

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